Hikmicro Pocket 2, Pocket Series Manual

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OVERVIEW

Important Notice to User

This manual describes and explains the features for multiple camera models. Because the camera models of a series have different features, this manual may contain descriptions and explanations that do not apply to your particular camera model.

Not all the camera models of a series support the mobile applications, software, and all their functions mentioned (or not mentioned) in this manual. Please refer to the user manuals of the application and software for more detailed information.

This manual is updated on a regular basis. It means that this manual may not contain the information about the new features of the latest firmware, mobile clients, and software.

Device Description

The pocket thermography camera is a device with both visual images and thermal images. It can do temperature measurement, video recording, snapshot capturing, alarm, and it can connect to Wi-Fi, hotspot and Bluetooth. The built-in high-sensitivity IR detector and highperformance sensor detects the variation of temperature and measure the real-time temperature.

The device is easy to use, and adopts ergonomic design. It is widely used for building inspection, HVAC, as well as electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance.

Main Function

Temperature Measurement
The camera detects the real-time temperature, and displays it on the screen.

Fusion RECOMMENDED
The camera can display fusion of thermal view and visual view.

Palettes
The camera supports multiple color palettes for different targets and user preference.

Alarm
The camera supports temperature alarms.

SuperIR RECOMMENDED
The camera supports SuperIR to enhance object outlines. Some camera models can display the real-time SuperIR image in live view.

Client Software Connection (If Applicable)

If your particular model supports Wi-Fi and Hotspot, scan the QR code to download the HIKMICRO Viewer App for live view, capture snapshots, record videos, etc.

Download HIKMICRO Analyzer
(https://www.hikmicrotech.com/en/industrialproducts/hikmicro-analyzer-software.html) to your PC for analyzing files.

Bluetooth
Device can be connected to headset via Bluetooth, and you can hear the voice in the recording.

Appearance

NOTE
Your camera will periodically perform a self-calibration to optimize image quality and measurement accuracy. In this process, the image will pause briefly and you'll hear a "click" as a shutter moves in front of the detector. The prompt "Image Calibrating..." appears in the upper center of the screen as the device is calibrating itself. The selfcalibration will be more frequent during start up or in very cold or hot environments.

PREPARATION

Charge Device

The camera is equipped with a built-in battery. It is recommended to charge the camera with the included USB cable in the package and the Type-C interface on camera. Do not use the USB-C to USB-C cable of other manufacturers.

The power adapter (not included) should meet the following standards:

• Output Voltage/Current: 5 VDC/2 A
• Minimum Power Output: 10 W

Check the power indicator for the charging status:

• Solid red: charging normally
• Flashing red: charging exception
• Solid green: fully charged

NOTE	If the camera is not in use for an extended period and is over-discharged, it is recommended to charge for at least 30 min before powering it on. It is recommended to use the USB cable included in the package for both charging and data transfer.

Power On/Off

Power On
Hold for over three seconds to turn on the device. You can observe the target when the interface of the device is stable.

NOTE	It may take at least 30 s until the device is ready for using after you power on it.

Power Off
When the device is turned on, hold for about three seconds to power off the device.

Manual Sleep

When the device is turned on, press once to turn on the sleep mode, and press again to wake up the device.

Set Auto Power-Off

Recommended
Tap , and go to Device Settings > Auto Power-off to set the automatic shutdown time for device as required.

Operation Method

The device supports touch-screen control. You can tap the screen to set parameters and configurations.

Menu Description

Live View

Swipe-down Menu

DISPLAY SETTINGS

Set Screen Brightness

Adjust to Suit ambient brightness
Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Screen Brightness to adjust the screen brightness. Or tap , and drag it to adjust the screen brightness.

Set SuperIR

Recommended
The device supports SuperIR on live view (for some models) and on snapshots. Turn on SuperIR to enhance the object outlines for better image display. The actual effect is subject to the actual product.

Go to Local Settings > Capture Settings > SuperIR to turn it on/off.

• On live view: For some models, the object outlines can be enhanced in live view when SuperIR is on.
• On captured images: the object outlines in the image are enhanced after SuperIR is on.

Set Image Mode

You can set the thermal/visual view of the device. Thermal, Fusion, PIP, Blending, and Visual are selectable.

1. Tap MENU, and select .
2. Tap the icons to select an image mode.

Image Mode	Description	Example
Thermal	In thermal mode, the device displays the thermal view.
Fusion Recommended	Thermal object image with visual outlines. Adjust Parallax Correction in live view to improve image alignment.
PIP	In PIP (Picture in Picture) mode, the device displays thermal view inside the visual view. You can adjust the size, parallax correction and digital zoom of the PIP.
Blending	In Blending mode, the device displays the mixture view of thermal channel and visual channel. You can select the visual-thermal Level to change the visual-thermal ratio.
Visual	Visual object image only.

3. Tap BACK to exit.

Set Parallax Correction

You should set the parallax correction after you set the image mode as Fusion, PIP, or Blending, so as to improve the thermal-visual image alignment.

Tap on the screen to show the adjustment interface, select Parallax Correction (xx m), and scroll the value wheel to set the value.

Set Palettes

The palettes allow you to select the desired colors.

1. Tap MENU, and select .
2. Tap the icons to select a palette.
   One of these 2 recommended
   
3. Tap BACK to exit the setting interface.

Adjust Level & Span

Set a display temperature range and the palette only works for targets within the range. You can adjust the display temperature range.

1. Tap MENU, and select .
2. Select auto adjustment or manual adjustment .

Auto	Select . The device adjusts display temperature range parameters automatically. For normal use
Manual	Tap on an interest area of the screen. A circle is displayed around the area, and the display temperature range readjusts to show as many details of the area as possible. Tap on the value on screen to lock or unlock a value. Scroll the adjustment wheel on the screen to fine-tune the max. temperature and the min. temperature respectively. Tap OK to finish.

3. Tap BACK to exit.

Use Manual: if Auto with temperature extreme(s) in view reduces temperature sensitivity badly. Or for comparisons, maintaining the same level & span.

Color Distribution

Color distribution function provides different image display effects in auto level & span. Linear and histogram color distribution modes can be selected for different application scenes.

1. Go to Local Settings > Temp Measurement Settings >Color Distribution.
2. Select a color distribution mode.

Mode	Description	Example
Linear	Linear mode is used to detect small high temperature targets in low temperature background. Linear color distribution enhances and displays more details of high temperature targets, which is good for checking small high temperature defective areas such as cable connectors.
Histogram	Histogram mode is used to detect temperature distribution in large areas. Histogram color distribution enhances high temperature targets and remains some details of low temperature objects in the area, which is good for discovering small low temperature targets such as cracks. Recommended

3. Tap to save and exit.

NOTE	This function is only supported in auto level & span.

Adjust Digital Zoom

enlarges centre-screen, but with no extra resolution

1. Tap the live view interface to call the digital zoom frame.
2. Tap the digital zoom frame.
3. Select the digital zoom value as required
4. Tap the screen to save and exit.

Display On-Screen Info

Only if specially needed

Go to Local Settings > Display Settings to enable the information on-screen display.

• Time and Date: Device time and date.
• Parameters: Temperature measurement parameters, for example, target emissivity, temperature unit, etc.
• Brand Logo: The brand logo is a manufacturer logo overlapped on images.

TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT

The temperature measurement function provides the real-time temperature of the scene. The device displays the measurement results on the left of your screen. This function is turned on by default.

Set Temperature Measurement Parameters

You can set temperature measurement parameters to improve the accuracy of temperature measurement.

1. Go to Local Settings > Temp Measurement Settings.
2. Set the Temperature Range, Emissivity, etc.

• Temperature Range: Select the temperature measurement range. The device can detect the temperature and switch temperature measurement range automatically in Auto Switch mode.
  Leave on -20~150°C, unless you really want >150°C
• Emissivity: Set the emissivity according to your target. You can customize it or select a recommended value.
  Leave on 0.95. Use PVC tape on low emissivity, shiny surfaces
• Refl. Temp.: Reflected temperature. If any object (not the target) of high temperature is in the scene, and the target emissivity is low, set the reflection temperature as the high temperature to correct the temperature measurement effect.
• Distance: The distance between the target and the device. You can customize the target distance or select the target distance as Near, Middle, or Far.
• Humidity: Set the relative humidity of current environment.
  Last 3 are not important

3. Return to previous menu to save the settings.

NOTE	You can go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Device Initialization > Remove All Measurement Tools to initialize the temperature measurement parameters.

Set Measurement Tools

You can set measurement tools to measure the min., max., and center temperatures of the current scene.

1. Tap MENU, and select .
2. Tap to select the temperature measurement tool as required. Hot , Cold , and Center are selectable. Leave Center on. Hot and cold can be useful.
3. Tap BACK to save and exit.

NOTE	The min., max., and center temperatures are displayed on the left top of the screen. Tap the tool again to delete.

Set Temperature Alarm

Only IF you need it

When the temperature of targets triggers the set alarm rule, the device will perform configured actions, such as making audible warning and flash alarm.

1. Go to Local Settings > Temp Measurement Settings > Alarm Settings.
2. Enable Temperature Alarm and set the alarm parameters.

3. Tap to save and exit.

PICTURE AND VIDEO

The device can record videos and capture snapshots. The files are saved in the local albums.

NOTE

The device does not support capturing or recording when the menu is shown. When the device is connected to your PC, it does not support capturing or recording. Tap and go to Local Settings > Capture Settings > Filename Header, you can set the filename header for capturing or recording to distinguish the files recorded in a specific scene. Tap and go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Device Initialization to initialize the storage as needed.

Capture Picture

In live view, press to capture a snapshot. Enable the flashlight via the swipe-down menu in dark environment.

You can also set the following parameters in Local Settings > Capture Settings as needed.

NOTE

• For Capture One Image, if Edit before Saving is NOT enabled, the live image freezes and is saved in the default saving album. If Edit before Saving is enabled, the device enters the image editing interface.
• For Scheduled Capture, a counter displays in live view showing the completed amounts of capturing.

What to do next

• Tap to enter albums to view and manage files and albums. See Manage Albums and Manage Files for operation instructions.
• You can connect your device to PC to export local files in albums for further use. See Export Files.

Record Video

1. In the live view interface, hold to start recording. The recording icon and count down number display in the interface.
2. When you finish, press once to stop recording. The recording video will be saved automatically.
3. Optional: Go to Local Settings > Capture Settings, you can choose a video type from MP4 (.mp4) and radiometric video (.hrv).

Manage Albums

The recorded image/video files are saved in the albums. You can create new albums, rename an album, change the default album, move files between the albums, and delete albums.

Task	Operations
Create a New Album	Tap to enter Albums.
	Tap to add a new album.
	A soft keyboard is displayed, where you can enter the name of the album by touching the screen.
	Tap to finish.
	NOTE The newly created album becomes the default saving album and appears at the top of the album list.
Rename an Album	Tap to enter Albums.
	Select the album to rename.
	Tap , and select Rename. A soft keyboard is displayed.
	Tap to delete the old name, and enter the new name for the album by touching the screen.
	Tap to finish.
Change the Default Saving Album	Tap to enter Albums. Select the album you want to use as the default saving album.
	Tap , and select Set as Default Saving Album.
	NOTE Default saving album appears at the top of the album list.
Delete an Album	Tap to enter Albums. Select the album you want to delete. Tap , and select Delete. A prompt box appears on the interface. Tap OK to delete the album.

NOTE The files in an album are deleted as well when deleting the album. Move the files to other albums if they are still needed. See Manage Files for instructions.

View Recorded Files

1. Tap to enter Albums.
2. Tap to select the target album.
3. Tap to select a video or snapshot to open it.
4. Tap the image or video, and tap to view more information.

NOTE

Files are arranged in chronological order, with the most recent at the top. If you fails to find the most recently taken snapshots or videos, please check the time and date settings of your device. See Set Time and Date for instructions. When you are viewing files, you can switch to other files by tapping . For more information contained in capture snapshots or videos, you can download and install the PC analyzing tool to analyze them.

Manage Files

You can move, delete, edit the recorded files, and add text notes to the files.

Task	Operations
Delete a File	Tap to enter Albums.
	Tap to select the album storing the file to be deleted.
	In the album, tap to view the file to be deleted.
	Tap the screen to show the menu bar below, and tap A prompt box appears on the interface.
	Tap OK to delete the file.
Delete Multiple Files	Tap to enter Albums.
	Tap to select the album storing the files to be deleted.
	In the album, tap , and tap the files to be deleted.
	Tap . A prompt box appears on the interface.
	Tap OK to delete the files.
Move a File	Tap to enter Albums.
	Tap to select the album storing the file to be moved.
	In the album, tap to view the file to be moved.
	Tap the file to show the menu bar below, and select The album list is displayed.
	Tap to select the album to move to.
Move Multiple Files	Tap to enter Albums.
	Tap to select the album storing the files to be moved.
	In the album, tap to select the files to be moved.
	Tap . The album list is displayed.
	Tap to select the album to move to.
Add Text Note on File	Tap to enter Albums.
	Tap to select the album storing the file to be edited.
	In the album, tap to view the file to be edited.
	Tap the screen to show the menu bar below, and tap A soft keyboard is displayed.
	Enter the text note by touching the screen.
	Tap to finish.
	What to do next You can open the edited photo to view the text note.

NOTE You can tap to select all files, and tap to cancel the selection.

Export Files

Export via HIKMICRO Viewer (If Applicable)

1. Launch HIKMICRO Viewer and add the device. Refer to Mobile Client Connection Chapter .
2. Select On-Device Files on the app to access the on-device albums.
3. Select a file, and tap Download to save to your local albums.

Export via PC

Recommended

1. Connect the device to your PC with the supplied USB cable, and select USB Drive mode in the prompt on device. In USB Drive mode, casting screen is not supported.
2. Open the detected disk, copy and paste the videos or snapshots to PC to view the files.
3. Disconnect the device from your PC.

NOTE	For the first connection, the driver will be installed automatically.

DEVICE CONNECTIONS

Pair Bluetooth Devices

You can record and hear the sound contained in the videos via Bluetooth headsets, after pairing successfully.

1. Go to Local Settings > Connections > Bluetooth.
2. Tap to enable Bluetooth. You can also tap to quit pairing. The camera will search the nearby enabled Bluetooth headset and pair it automatically.

Cast Device Screen to PC

The device supports casting screen to PC by UVC protocol-based client software or player. You can connect the device to your PC via the included USB cable, and cast the real-time live view of the device to your PC.

1. Download the UVC protocol-based client software from our official website:https://www.hikmicrotech.com/en/industrial-products/uvc-client/
2. Connect the device to your PC via the included USB cable, and select USB Cast Screen in the prompt on the device as the USB mode. Exporting files via USB connection is not allowed when you are casting the screen.
3. Open UVC Alarm Client on your PC.

Connect Device to Wi-Fi (If Applicable)

If your camera model supports Wi-Fi, you can connect the camera to Wi-Fi network and add it to the mobile application.

1. Go to Local Settings > Connections > WLAN.
2. Tap to enable Wi-Fi, and the searched Wi-Fi will be listed.
3. Select the Wi-Fi to connect to. A soft keyboard is displayed.
4. Enter the password by touching the screen.

NOTE	DO NOT tap space in your password, or the password may be incorrect. Please tap to enter password into the password field.

5. Tap to save and connect Wi-Fi.

Set Device Hotspot and Join (If Applicable)

1. Go to Local Settings > Connections > Hotspot.
2. Tap to enable the hotspot function. The hotspot name is the last 9 digits of the device serial No.
3. Set the device's hotspot and join it with your phone.

• Using hotspot password:
  

1. Tap Set Hotspot. A soft keyboard is displayed.
2. Set the password for the hotspot by tapping the screen.
3. Tap to finish.
4. Enable the Wi-Fi function of other equipment and search the device hotspot to join.

• Using hotspot QR code: Scan the QR code with HIKMICRO Viewer to join the hotspot.

NOTE	DO NOT tap space in your password, or the password may be incorrect. The password should at least contain 8 digits, consisting of numbers and characters. Please tap to enter password into the password field.

4. Tap to save.

MOBILE CLIENT CONNECTION

For the camera models that support both Wi-Fi and hotspot, connect the camera to HIKMICRO Viewer, and you can control the device via mobile application.

Download from https://www.hikmicrotech.com/en/industrial-products/hikmicro-viewer-software

Connect via Wi-Fi

Before You Start
Download and install HIKMICRO Viewer on your phone.

1. Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network. See Connect Device to Wi-Fi for instructions.
2. Add the device to the app.

• Using Wi-Fi password.

1. Enter password on phone to join the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Launch the app and follow the startup wizard to create, and register an account. 3) Search and add the device to the app.

• Scanning the Wi-Fi QR code.

1. Tapnext to the joined Wi-Fi on device to show the Wi-Fi QR code.
2. Launch the app to scan to join the same Wi-Fi and add the device.
   

Result
You can view the live view, capture snapshots, and record videos via the app.

Connect via Hotspot

Before You Start
Download and install HIKMICRO Viewer on your phone.

1. Turn on the device hotspot and complete hotspot settings. See Set Device Hotspot and Join for instructions.

2. Connect your phone to the hotspot of the device.
3. Launch the app and follow the startup wizard to create, and register an account.
4. Search and add the device to the mobile client.

NOTE	For detailed instructions about adding the camera to the mobile application, please refer to the user manual embedded in the application.

SYSTEM SETTINGS

Set Macro Mode

In the macro mode, you can focus extremely close on a very small object, and the object appears much larger in the view (and in the final image) compared to the standard lens.

Before You Start

• Install the macro lens before using this function. Refer to the quick start guide of the macro lens for detailed operation.
• The macro lens is not included in the package. Please purchase it separately.

1. Go to Local Settings > Capture Settings >Macro Mode.
2. Tap to enable the function.

NOTE

After the macro mode is enabled, only the emissivity can be modified. Parameters such as distance, image mode, parallax correction, and measurement range cannot be modified. After this function is turned off, the parameters will be restored to the previous set values, and the measurement range will be set to auto switch.

Set Time and Date

1. Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Time and Date.
2. Set the date and time.
3. Tap to save and exit.

NOTE	Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Display Settings to turn on/off time and date display.

Set Unit

Go to Local Settings > Display Settings > Unit to set the temperature unit and distance unit.

Set Language

Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Language to select a required language.

Set Auto-Rotation

Recommended

Turn on auto-rotation in swipe-down menu.

Or go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Auto-Rotation to turn on this function.

MAINTENANCE

View Device Information

Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Device Information to view the device information.

Upgrade Device

Before You Start

• Please download the upgrade file from the official websitehttp://www.hikmicrotech.com or contact the custom service and technical support to get the upgrade file first.
• Make sure that the device battery is fully charged.
• Make sure that Auto Power-off function is turned-off to avoid accidental suspension during upgrading.

1. Connect the device to your PC via the included USB cable, and select USB Drive as the USB mode in the prompt on the device.
2. Unzip the upgrade file and copy it to the root directory of the device.
3. Disconnect the device from your PC.
4. Reboot the device and then it will upgrade automatically. The upgrading process will be displayed in the main interface.

NOTE	After upgrading, the device reboots automatically. You can view the current version in Local Settings > Device Settings >Device Information.

Restore Device

Go to Device Settings > Device Initialization >Restore Device to initialize the device and restore default settings.

Save Operation logs

The device can collect its operation logs and save in the storage only for troubleshooting. You can turn on/off this function in Local Settings > Device Settings > Save Logs. You can connect the camera to PC using the supplied USB cable, and select USB Drive as the USB mode on camera to export the operation logs (.log) in the root directory of the camera, if necessary.

Format Storage

Format storage before first use of it.

Tap , and go to Device Settings > Device Initialization> Format Storage to initialize the device memory.

About Calibration

We recommend you send the device back for calibration once a year, and please contact the local dealer for the information on maintenance points. For more detailed calibration services, please refer to https://www.hikmicrotech.com/en/support/calibration-service/.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Scan the following QR code to get device common FAQ.